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GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Key data protection legislation governing how personal information about tenants must be collected, processed, stored and shared. Requires explicit consent and proper data handling procedures.

Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales, defining the legal framework for landlord-tenant relationships and tenancy types.

Housing Act 2004: Legislation covering housing conditions, HMO licensing, and housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS), relevant for reference questions about property maintenance.

Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Defines fundamental rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including repair responsibilities and housing standards.

Equality Act 2010: Prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Reference forms must not enable or encourage discriminatory practices.

Deregulation Act 2015: Contains provisions regarding retaliatory eviction and tenant rights, affecting how information about eviction notices or disputes can be referenced.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Ensures fairness and transparency in consumer contracts and communications, including landlord references.

Defamation Act 2013: Governs statements made about individuals, ensuring references are truthful and defensible if challenged in court.